In a candid new podcast, Neymar opened up about the dynamic at Paris Saint-Germain following Lionel Messi’s arrival in 2021, revealing that Kylian Mbappé became “jealous” of the Argentine superstar. Neymar admitted that while he and Mbappé had a strong partnership at PSG, their relationship shifted after Messi joined, with Mbappé not wanting to share Neymar’s attention.
“We had some good years of partnership, but after Messi came, he was a little jealous,” Neymar said. “He didn’t want to split me with anyone, and then there were some fights and a change in behavior.”
Neymar, who arrived at PSG in 2017 alongside Mbappé, also shared his thoughts on the impact of big egos in football, suggesting that they hindered PSG’s success in crucial matches. He emphasized the importance of teamwork: “It’s good to have egos, but you have to know you don’t play alone. If nobody runs and nobody helps, it’s impossible to win anything.”
Neymar also reflected on his decision to choose Barcelona over Real Madrid in 2013, revealing that his heart led him to the Catalan club. “I went with my heart there. I wanted to play with Messi,” he said. “Barcelona was the team I loved. It happened.”
His insights into his time at PSG and his move to Barcelona highlight the complex relationships that shape a player’s career at the highest level.
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